Notice From Rwanda Development Board On Permit Booking Policy For Volcanoes National Park
In response to the recent Marburg Disease response, the Rwanda Development Board announced an update to the tourist permit booking policy for Volcanoes National Park. Please find the details here
Ethiopian Airlines Increases Seasonal Madagascar Service
Ethiopian Airlines will increase its frequencies between Addis Ababa and Nosy Be from four weekly to daily flights during November. From November 1-30, the additional days will be Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The four-hour flight will depart from Addis Ababa at 10h25 and the return flight at 15h35. The flights will be operated by the airline’s Boeing 737 MAX.
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Uganda Launches Comprehensive Tourism App
Uganda has unveiled a new mobile application designed to revolutionise its tourism sector, providing a centralised platform for visitors seeking information about the country’s attractions, accommodations, and services. The Uganda Tourism Board’s new platform will serve as a real-time information hub, enabling visitors to access accurate updates about security, weather conditions, and travel advisories. This development comes as the country seeks to counter negative perceptions and provide reassurance to potential visitors about safety and accessibility..
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Emirates Ramps Up Operations In Africa To Serve Growing Demand
Ethiopian Airlines has added three new flights from Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, to Guangzhou, the capital of south China’s Guangdong Province, bringing the total number of return-trip flights to Guangzhou to 10 a week.
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Kenya Relocates 50 Elephants To New Park To Tackle Overpopulation
Kenya has embarked on an ambitious conservation project to address elephant overpopulation in the Mwea National Reserve. The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) is relocating 50 elephants from the 42-square-kilometre Mwea to the more spacious 760-square-kilometre Aberdare National Park. This move comes as Mwea’s elephant population has surged from 49 in 1979 to 156 today, far exceeding the reserve’s ideal capacity of 47.
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Sanctuary Retreats Unveils the Reimagined Gorilla Forest Lodge
Marking a quarter-century of curating extraordinary travel experiences, Sanctuary Retreats is delighted to announce the complete reimagining and rebuilding of Gorilla Forest Camp in Uganda, soon to be Gorilla Forest Lodge. Located deep within Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Southern West Uganda. Set to reopen mid-May 2025, this transformed haven promises an unrivalled experience, offering guests a luxurious retreat in one of the most pristine natural environments in the world.
Wilderness Group Opens Exclusive Villas In Rwanda
Wilderness Rwanda has opened Wilderness Bisate Reserve, an exclusive sister lodge to its Wilderness Bisate Lodge, in the eco-tourism operator’s private concession adjoining Volcanoes National Park. Sleeping a maximum of just eight guests, the new lodge offers four luxurious thatched villas, featuring expansive living areas with fireplaces and private decks with hot tubs. Each villa offers unobstructed 360-degree views of all six of the Virunga mountain range’s dormant volcanoes. Guests have the option of enjoying tailored in-room spa treatments and private dining experiences. Read More
Southern Sun Dar Es Salaam Reopens After Renovations
Southern Sun has reopened its Dar es Salaam hotel following an extensive refurbishment. The hotel, located in the heart of the capital’s business district, has undergone significant upgrades including enhanced HVAC and IT systems, improved pool areas with intricate mosaic work, and a redesigned colour scheme throughout. A new Baraza Café, Grill & Bar showcases Tanzanian cuisine, specialising in seafood and grilled dishes.
Melia Zanzibar Renovations
From 1st April – 31st May 2025 the following categories of rooms together with the main building will be closed. Melia Garden, Melia Terrace, Grand Suite, Family Room, Ocean View Bungalow, Of Romance Pavillion. However, a variety of their exclusive The Level rooms will be available for bookings with a special discount subject to terms and availability. As follows: The Level Sea View, The Level Beach Pavillions, The level Beach Suite, The level villas. Gabi beach Restaurant, The Level restaurant and the Spa will remain open.
&Beyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge Set To Close For Renovations
An extensive refurbishment of &Beyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge will begin on 15 January 2025. &Beyond is offering guests exclusive access to two new partner properties namely Lemala Osonjoi Lodge & Nomad Entamanu in Ngorongoro. We will share more details on the lodge’s refurbishment as soon as they become available.
Soroi Samburu Lodge – Trade Update – Opening 01 July 2025
On 01 July 2025 – Soroi Samburu Lodge opens with: 16 Standard Rooms. 10 Inter-connecting Superior Rooms that can convert into a Two-Bedroom Family Unit. 1 Three-Bedroom Executive SuitePhase Two is set to open late 2025 with: 16 Standard Rooms. 2 Inter-connecting Superior Rooms that can convert into a Two-Bedroom Family Unit. 1 Three-Bedroom Executive Suite
SPECIAL OFFERS: Offbeat Ndoto Camp Offer
Book now to secure our special offer, saving 15% on the Camp’s accommodation rates. Note – This offer is valid for January 2025, for new bookings, and applies exclusively to accommodation rates. Full Conservancy fees and additional costs are payable.
SPECIAL OFFERS: New Melia Ngorongoro Lodge Offer
15% discount on all room categories. Booking Window: 12/10/2024 – 31/10/2024 Travel Window: 12/10/2024 – 21/12/2024. Circuit Discount – Combine Gran Melia Arusha, Melia Serengeti Lodge & Ngorongoro Lodge. Travel Period: 01.07.24 – 21.12.24. 5% circuit discount on rates, when booking at least: 1 night in Gran Melia Arusha; 4 Nights in Melia Serengeti Lodge and/or Ngorongoro Lodge. 10% circuit discount on rates, when booking at least:1 night in Gran Melia Arusha; 6 or more nights in Melia Serengeti Lodge and/or Ngorongoro Lodge
SPECIAL OFFERS: Elewana Camps Offers
The Solo Traveler Offer: Single supplement waiver offer, extended for travel to May 2025. This offer is valid for new bookings only made by 20th December 2024 and for travel by 31st May 2025, subject to availability. There is no minimum stay requirement and the special offer is applicable at all Elewana properties, except Arusha Coffee Lodge. A maximum of 3 rooms per booking is allowed and the offer can be combined with the “Returning Guests” special offer. Terms and conditions apply. Offer not applicable to Easter and festive season. “Pay 3, Stay 4” Offer: With a booking and travel window from now until December 20th, 2024, guests can still take advantage of the 25% discount on four nights at select Elewana properties across Tanzania and Kenya. Children under 12 can stay for free, making it particularly appealing for families. Tanzania: Kilindi Zanzibar; Tarangire Treetops, Serengeti Migration Camp, The Manor at Ngorongoro. Kenya: Kifaru House Lewa, Sand River Masai Mara, Elsa’s Kopje Meru. Valid for stays from now until December 20th, 2024, with bookings accepted during the same period. Please note that this promotion is exclusively for new bookings only and cannot be combined with other offers. All bookings are subject to availability, and terms and conditions apply.
SPECIAL OFFERS: Karen Blixen Camp Offers
Family Offer: Children aged 5 years and below: Stay free of charge when sharing with two adults. Conservancy fees of USD 58 per child per night to apply. Children from 6 to 12 years: Sharing with two adults, enjoy a 50% discount per child on the adult rate, plus conservancy fees of USD 58 per child per night. Family of 4 pax: Stay in our spacious family tent at no extra cost. Applicable Dates:1st Nov 2024 – 22nd Dec 2024. Early Bird Offer: Enjoy a 5% discount on bookings made at least 6 months in advance of the travel date. Free Nights: Book 3 nights, pay for 2. Book 4 nights, pay for 3. Excludes Mara North Conservancy fees of USD 116 per person for the extra night and entry fees to the reserve USD 200 per person. Applicable Dates: 1st Nov 2024 – 22nd Dec 2024. No Single Room Supplement: Solo travelers rejoice! No extra charges for single-room occupancy. Applicable Dates: 1st Nov 2024 – 22nd Dec 2024. All above offers are valid when booking includes conservancy fees for Mara North and entry fees to Maasai Mara National Reserve. Remember to book early as offers are subject to availability.
SPECIAL OFFERS: Bawe Island Offers
Honeymoon Offer: Free Room Upgrade: Book Sunrise Villa and get Sunset Suite. Book Sunset Suite and get Lagoon Suite. Booking period: From Oct 18th 2024 until Dec 15th 2024. Travel period: From Oct 18th 2024 until Dec 22nd 2025. Offer Code: HMOFF-BAW. Terms & Conditions: Combinable with repeater’s discount and Long Stay Offer. Combinable with Honeymoon Benefits according to contract. All Honeymooners, for a minimum 4 nights, will receive a bottle of wine, chocolate with special turn down service per room, a Romantic Candle lit dinner for two persons and a floating breakfast (once per stay). To qualify for honeymoon services, honeymooners will be required to submit certified documents (validity max. 12 months) and this should be communicated to the clients at the time of reservation. Room upgrade is subject to availability at the time of booking and confirmation by reservation. Minimum stay 4 nights is required to get Free Room Upgrade. Cancellation of existing bookings and re-booking will not be entitled of the offer. Long Stay Offer: Bonus Night offer: Stay 7 / Pay 6 nights; Stay 10 / Pay 8 nights. Booking period: From Oct 18th 2024 until Dec 15th 2024. Travel period: From Oct 18th 2024 until Dec 22nd 2025 Offer Code: LSOFF-BAW. Terms & Conditions apply.